Understanding and Managing Exam-Based Anxiety: A Guide for Parents and Educators
As we approach the exam season, it’s crucial to remember that for many children and young people, this period can bring about heightened levels of anxiety and stress. I’m here to shed light on this issue and offer insights and strategies to help pre-empt and manage exam-based anxiety effectively.
The Importance of Resilience and Self-Esteem for Parents of Children with Special Educational Needs
Being a parent is an incredible journey, filled with joys, challenges, and moments that test our strength. When you add the responsibility of caring for a child with special educational needs (SEN), this journey can become even more demanding. Many of us in this unique situation often find ourselves struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, and emotional fatigue.
Disordered Eating vs. Eating Disorders
As a parent it can be heart-breaking to watch your child struggle with their food. Whether this is seen as ‘picky eating’ or something else, it’s hard to understand when it’s an actual problem and how we go about helping them.
We’ve all heard the terms “disordered eating” and “eating disorders”, but are they really the same? Let’s clear this up…
What is Makaton and How do Children Benefit from Using it to Communicate?
Communication is the cornerstone of human interaction. It’s how we express our needs, thoughts, and feelings, fostering connections and understanding. But what if your child struggles to communicate verbally? How can you bridge that gap and ensure they feel heard and understood?
Understanding Your Legal Rights as a Parent: Navigating School Exclusions
In this guide, we’ll break down the different types of exclusions and empower you with the knowledge you need to advocate for your child effectively.
There are only two types of exclusion from a school which are lawful: permanent and fixed-term (which is called a “suspension”).
WRONGFUL ACCUSATIONS OF FII IS A GLOBAL PANDEMIC
(Contains Spoilers for this who want the context but can’t watch due to the emotive nature of the documentary) FII is a pandemic of blame destroying families. We’ve heard these […]
Celebrating a Year of Sunshine Academy!
When it comes to supporting your special needs child, you are a true superhero. We understand the unique challenges you face and the tireless efforts you put in every single […]
